You’ve painted the nursery and bought the pram – but can you prepare mentally for the trials to come? Parenting is a tough gig. Even if you’ve never felt symptoms of depression or anxiety before, pregnancy and childbirth can increase the risk of these feelings. Becoming a parent is an emotional time, shrouded by high, often unrealistic expectations on how your new role will fit into your old life. It is a period of adjustment in your relationship, your work and social life as you adapt to meet your…
Meeting The Emotional Demands of Becoming a Mum
